Bible Dictionary
Shethar-boznai
Shethar-boznai was a Persian official who questioned the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem during the reign of Darius.
Definition
Shethar-boznai was a Persian officer who investigated and attempted to hinder the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem.
Biblical Usage
Shethar-boznai appears in Ezra in connection with the officials who questioned the Jews’ rebuilding work during the reign of Darius.
Historical Background
The name is interpreted in the supplied material as “star of splendour.”
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Star of splendour, a Persian officer who vainly attempted to hinder the rebuilding of the temple (Ezra 5:3, 6; 6:6, 13).